Installing, repairing and maintaining domestic, commercial plumb work.

Curriculum Vitae

Vilano Gitonga Kanake

P.O. Box 24876 – 00502 Karen

Cell Phone: +254****-****** OR +254 072*-******

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PERSONAL INFORMATION

Gender: Male

Date of Birth: 14th June, 1977

Marital Status: Married

Religion: Christian

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

Skilled and knowledgeable tradesman with experience and education in plumbing, masonry, carpentry and as well as administrative responsibilities, seeking employment in a career where I can excel in the field of plumbing and construction with no/minimal supervision and administrative opportunities

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

JAN., 2007 TO DEC., 2008: DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

Government Trade Test Grade I, (Domestic Industrial Plumbing, masonry & carpentry)

Government Trade Test Grade II (Domestic Industrial Plumbing, masonry & carpentry)

JAN., 2001 TO DEC., 2002: DON BOSCO TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

Studied Carpentry, Masonry & Plumbing grade III (Don Bosco Diploma)

JAN., 1995 TO NOV., 1998: THARAKA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C

JAN., 1985 TO NOV., 1994: RWATHA PRIMARY SCHOOL

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education

WORK EXPERIENCE

JAN., 2018 TO Date; Master plumber Care international at Dadaab refugee camp.

Guide a team of plumbers, builders, carpenters in repairing and installation of water reticulation system when need arises and fixing associate fittings.

Reviews of material to be used prior to the start of work

Inspect in progress and completed work for quality workmanship and safety.

Uses “As Built” plans blue prints and schematics in the performance of inspection.

Perform site visit during each phase of construction or installation (initial through final) to conduct inspection.

Supervision of all the contractors contracted to build houses and water reticulation systems

In collaboration with other team members give technical extension information to the tap stand monitors on areas of facilities proper/prudent management for sustainability.

Keeping the records of all plumbing tools and materials.

Lead the bore attendants or operators in pressure regulation for equitable water distribution in the reticulation system in line with the set water regime and SPHER/UNCHR standards.

Uses the computer maintenance management system (CMMS)to truck and update work orders as needed

Designing and the production of précised technical plans, blue prints, drawing and the models.

JAN., 2012 TO DEC., 2012: Master plumber/construction foreman Norwegian Refugee Council at Dadaab refugee camp (Somalia)

Responsibilities and Tasks

Installation of water pipes and fittings

Water treatment at Dadaab refugee camp. This was involving disinfection and coagulation.

Portable water purification

Sewage treatment both solid and liquid

Solid waste management

In collaboration with other team members give technical extensions information to the tap stand monitors on areas of facilities proper/ prudent management for sustainability.

Lead the repair team in pressure regulation for equitable portable water distribution in the reticulation system in line with the set water regime and SPHERE/UNHCR standards.

Work in collaboration with water officer- distribution in ensuring efficient and yet uninterrupted water supply during supply hours, should there be any repair work it should be attended in the shortest time possible.

JAN 2011 TO DEC., 2011: Master plumber with Care International at Dadaab refugee camp (Somalia)

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Installation of water pipes, fittings and water trucking

Guide a team of refuges plumbers in repairing and installation of water reticulation system when need arises and fixing associated fitting.

In collaboration with other team members give technical extensions information to the tap stand monitors on areas of facilities proper/ prudent management for sustainability.

Lead the repair team in pressure regulation for equitable portable water distribution in the reticulation system in line with the set water regime and SPHERE/UNHCR standards.

Supervise of all the contractors contracted to build tap stands, valve chambers sheds and other water works.

Supervising borehole attendants or operators to ensure un interrupted water supply to the beneficiaries.

Keeping record of all water supply, tools and materials

Water trucking to the influx area e.g. IFO II (Two) camp and DAGAHALY extension.

AUG., 2009 TO DEC., 2010: Plumbing foreman with DynCorp International Afghanistan (United States Marines Corps at Kandahar, Leatherneck and FOB Geronimo Camps)

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Guiding a team of plumber in repair and installation of water reticulation system when need arises and fixing associate fittings.

Carry out technical assessment of all the water points fitted with pumping equipment and record their conditions including the state of the reticulation and storage systems and the state of the borehole protection.

To draw a comprehensive list of spare parts and fitting or new equipment required for the procurement.

In close liaison with logistics and administration, ensure coordinated delivery of parts and whole pumps and all materials necessary for the planned tasks.

To prepare weekly and monthly technical plans and progress reports of the project and assisting the Engineer to carry out assessment and generate reports as and when requested by the project coordinator or supervisor.

Solving the issues that arise on program implementation.

Ensuring the proper flow up of activities and monitoring the ongoing work.

JAN., 2009 TO AUG., 2009: Instructor/plumbing and masonry Don Bosco Technical institute kakuma refugee camp

Responsibilities and Tasks:

To maintain the students discipline.

To ensure extra curriculum activities are well attended.

Ensuring all students attend to the theory and practical classes.

Reporting to the principal all arising issues with a view of providing a sustainable solution.

JAN., TO DEC., 2008: Instructor, plumbing and masonry maintenance St Mary’s Vocational Training Center Kiserian

Responsibilities and Tasks:

To maintain the students discipline.

To ensure extra curriculum activities are well attended.

Ensuring all student attend to both theory class and practical classes.

Reporting to the principal all arising issues with a view of providing a sustainable solution.

MAY 2005 TO DEC., 2006: Instructor, Plumbing and Masonry and maintenance Technician at Don Bosco Technical institute Karen Nairobi.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

To maintain the students discipline.

To ensure extra curriculum activities are well attended.

Ensuring all students attend to the theory and practical classes.

Reporting to the principal all arising issues with a view of providing a sustainable solution.

MAY., 2004 TO APRIL 2005: Community Based Organization (CBO)/ Plan International (Kenya) contractor

Up grading the water distribution and supply systems in Tharaka district through Kathita Gatunga water project.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Carry out technical assessment of all water points fitted with pumping equipment and record their conditions including the state of the reticulation and storage systems.

To draw a comprehensive list of spare part & fittings required for repair of non-functional distribution lines.

Based on the technical assessment recommend appropriate recovery rehabilitation and repairs necessary to restore the system to fell operation.

Train at least 2 person nominated by the beneficiary community of every water point that has been rehabilitated or newly installed.

Where non exist or active, initiate or revive a water user committee in every water point that has been rehabilitated or newly installed.

SIMINARS ATTENDED

Basic Security In The Field II (BSITF II) by United Nations Department of Safety and security held at Dadaab refugee camp

Safety and security training Redr UK Kenya held at Dadaab refugee camp

Community based Organizations Training, Rural Training Center, Marimanti

Project Management, Rural Training Center, Marimanti

Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Rural Tavern Hotel, Meru.

Guidance Counseling and Youth Drug Abuse, Don Bosco Youth Education Center, Karen

Leadership Training, Rural Training Center, Marimanti.

Gender and development at Gatunga catholic mission

The Rights of a child at Gatunga catholic mission

Extra-Curricular Activities:

2007: Chairperson, Association of Tharaka – Nairobi Kiserian Youth for Development.

2006-2007: Chairperson, the Association of Gatunga Youth for Development

2003-2005: Assistant Secretary, Gatunga CBO

2000-2006: Organization Secretary, St. Peter’s Football Club.

Hobbies

Watching TV, Playing Soccer, and listening to music

Summary:

I am an experienced, professional person with a variety of work experience in the water industry, community services, and international organizations and with education. I have excellent behavioral history and I perform with confidence, fair treatment and respect for others.

References:

1. Faustine Muchui

P.O. Box 24876 – 00502, Karen

Cell Phone: 072*******

Email: ************@*****.***

2. Samuel Kimani

P.O. Box 526 - 00605, Uthiru

Cell Phone: 072*******

Email: ******.********@*****.***

3. Doris Kawiria

P.O. Box 24876 – 00502, Karen

Cell Phone: 071*******

Email:*************@*****.***

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